What's Happening in Fremont County

The public is invited to a Free Community BBQ from noon to 2 p.m. May 18at Lincoln Park Church of the Nazarene, 1301 McKinley St. All are welcome.

Tea Party to host

'VeteransAppreciation Night'

A "Veterans Appreciation Night" will begin at 6 p.m. Tuesday at Valley Chapel, 451 Valley Road. The Royal Gorge Tea Party is sponsoring this potluck event to remember, celebrate and honor veterans for their brave efforts. All are invited and encouraged to attend and bring a veteran. Please also bring a dish to share to the potluck.

DOC group to host luncheon

The DOC Retirees Association will host its annual luncheon meeting from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday in the Shadow Hills Country Club Bistro. All interested DOC retirees are invited to attend. Lunch will be by individual order from the menu. For more information, call 275-2380.

The third annual DOC Retirees Pot Luck will be offered from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Aug. 10, in the DOC Training Academy at 2951 E. U.S. 50. All DOC retirees and their families are invited to attend, providing an opportunity to visit with old friends and co-workers. Those with last names are asked to bring salad for A-H; main dish, I-Q and desserts for R-Z.

Brady to speak to After 5 group

Cañon City After 5 will feature Alicia Brady as the special speaker from 6:30-8 p.m. Thursday at the Carriage House at the Robison Mansion.

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She will talk about her near death experience after a drive-by shooting and how her life has changed in the interim. Her mother, Dena Brady will be the special music presenter. Special feature is a representative from the Cañon City Police Department, talking about gang activity in Fremont County. Appetizers and sweets will be offered along with the activities.

Cost is $14, which is all-inclusive. Reservations and cancellations a must. Call Georga at 275-3070 or e-mail cwcafter5@hotmail.com by noon Monday.